In Seoul, South Korea, a South Korean fighter jet erroneously dropped eight MK-82 bombs on a civilian area during training on Thursday, resulting in the reported injury of seven people. According to the air force, the bombs were released “abnormally” outside of a firing range, resulting in unspecified civilian damages.

In response, the air force will establish a committee to investigate the cause of the accident and evaluate the extent of civilian damages. The fighter jet involved in the incident was participating in joint live-firing drills with the army.

The air force has issued an apology for causing civilian harm, and has expressed hopes for a swift recovery of the injured individuals. They have also pledged to provide compensation and other necessary assistance to the victims.

While the exact location of the incident was not specified in the air force statement, South Korean media reported that it occurred in Pocheon, a city near the border with North Korea. According to Yonhap news agency, five civilians and two soldiers were injured, with two of the injured in serious but non-life-threatening condition. Additionally, it was reported that seven buildings were damaged as a result of the incident.

Source: https://time.com/7265067/south-korea-fighter-jet-accidentally-drops-bombs-civilians-military-injuries/